Attorneys for
Religious Property
Business Law
Land Use
NonProfit Law
Meet Our Legal Team
The Dalton & Tomich, PLC team consists of experienced attorneys and dedicated legal professionals committed to delivering exceptional legal representation and personalized client service. Specializing in land use law, RLUIPA law, riparian rights law, and business law, our team brings the knowledge, experience, and strategic insight needed to address complex legal matters for religious organizations, nonprofit organizations, property owners, developers, and businesses.
Whether advocating for religious land use rights, protecting property interests, or guiding clients through zoning, regulatory, and business-related challenges, we are committed to delivering practical, tailored legal solutions that align with each client’s specific goals. You can trust our team to provide responsive counsel, effective advocacy, and the guidance needed to navigate complex legal issues with confidence!
Attorneys

Dan Dalton
A founder of Detroit-based Dalton & Tomich, Dan Dalton has developed a national reputation as a...

Zana Tomich
Zana Tomich is a seasoned attorney based in Detroit with over two decades of experience advising businesses and...

John Stoddard
John Stoddard is a partner at Dalton & Tomich. He specializes in banking, finance, bankruptcy, and...

Zoë Grenfell
Zoë Grenfell is an associate attorney at Dalton & Tomich and focuses her time on religious land use, denominational...

Joshua Davey
Joshua Davey was born and raised in Grosse Pointe and received his B.S. in Biology at Wayne State University...

Christopher C. Lund
A celebrated legal scholar, author and professor, Christopher C. Lund joined Dalton & Tomich in November 2018....

Janea Spades
Janea Spades has been an attorney in Arkansas for twenty-two years. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in English...

Emily Traister
Emily Traister, Director of Operations, ensures every Dalton & Tomich client receives...

Melissa Wilson
Melissa is a highly skilled and dedicated legal assistant with 10 years of experience in California, Michigan, and Federal Courts...

Joseph Brennan
Joined Dalton & Tomich and following his graduation from Wayne State University Law School in 2024, he...
Administrative

Emily Traister
Emily Traister, Director of Operations, ensures every Dalton & Tomich client receives the unique and timely attention...

Melissa Wilson
Assistant
Melissa is a highly skilled and dedicated legal assistant with 10 years of experience in California, Michigan, and Federal Courts...